December weather forecast
Ligon, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ligon, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.9°F (7.7°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). Ligon encounters a steady low-temperature average of 33.3°F (0.7°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ligon, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ligon, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Ligon, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ligon, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ligon?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ligon, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ligon, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ligon?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Ligon is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ligon, KY

Average temperature in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Ligon, KY

Average pressure in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ligon, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Ligon, KY

Average humidity in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Ligon, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Ligon, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ligon, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ligon, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ligon, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ligon, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ligon, KY

Average UV index in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ligon, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Ligon, KY

Average visibility in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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